Miami Beach will once again be welcoming large numbers of visitors for spring break this year. In preparation, the city has been planning diligently to implement a comprehensive and coordinated plan to ensure visitors are able to enjoy the beaches, while maintaining safety and resident quality of life.

This year, based on spring break schedules, March 3 through April 16 has been identified as a high impact period for Miami Beach. Respect the scene and know the rules:

No one likes litter. Stash your trash.

Alcoholic drinks stay inside. It's the law.

Tent, tables and similar structures not permitted.

Turn down the volume. Keep noise to a minimum.

Keep glass containers and Styrofoam off the beach.

Coolers/Inflatable devices are not permitted.

Ocean Drive will experience closures during peak times to ensure everyone's safety. For traffic updates, please text MBTraffic to 91011.Stay connected with the city on Twitter here, as well as MBPD here.

Traffic Impact: Michelob Ultra 13.1 Marathon

The 2017 Michelob Ultra 13.1 Miami Beach Marathon will take place on Sunday, March 5, 2017. The race will begin at 6:15 AM at Ocean Drive and 12 Street.

Runners then proceed north to go out over the eastbound lanes of the Julia Tuttle Causeway clearing this section by 8:15 AM. As participants clear sections of the city, both Miami Beach PD and Miami PD will be reopening roads.The race is expected to end by 10 AM. Please expect short delays between 6 AM and 10 AM race day morning. Click here to view more information >

It can often be a daunting task to keep track of city issues, projects or proposed ordinances throughout the life-cycle of the municipal process. In order to ensure Miami Beach residents are as up-to-date on the issues that matter most to them, the city has launched MB Resident Connect.

MB Resident Connect is an electronic alert system that all allows residents and interested stakeholders to set up keywords of interest and receive an alert when their topic is published on an agenda. This can include items placed on a Miami Beach City Commission meeting, committee meeting or any other public meeting. To get started on MB Resident Connect, visit: https://secure.miamibeachfl.gov/mbresidentconnect

Nurturing Parenting Classes

Beginning Wednesday, March 8 through Wednesday, May 31, the Office of Community Services will be offering free Nurturing Parenting Classes for parents with adolescents ages 12-18 years old.

Classes will be held at the North Shore Park Youth Center, located at 501 72 Street.

Dates: Wednesday's | 3/8/2017-5/31/2017

Time:5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Cost: FREEWhat you will learn:

More effective ways of communication

Ways to build a cooperative and caring relationship

How to handle conflicts through negotiation and compromise

How to put an end to arguing and other negative behaviors

Ways to empower teens to make good decisions in setting healthy limits

There will be a special guest on Wednesday, March 29 from the Housing Opportunities Project for Excellence (HOPE), Inc with a special presentation about your rights regarding housing discrimination.

Sign-Up For The Neighborhood Leadership Academy Would you like to be an empowered community leader?Would you like to have your voice heard by local government, but are not sure how to do it?Add the Neighborhood Leadership Academy (NLA) to your resume. Get a fresh perspective on how to become more active in your community. The free, 16-week Miami Beach NLA provides residents with the information and resources to become more knowledgeable members and participants in our diverse community.Become an effective neighborhood leader and kick start your community involvement. Graduates of the program have become homeowner association presidents, City board and committee members, and have even been elected to public office.Spring Session BeginsMarch 13, 2017Mondays: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.Contact: Morgan Goldberg,305.673.7010 ext. 6653 morgangoldberg@miamibeachfl.gov

Summer Camp Is Coming!

Dance Night Under the Stars

Enjoy an evening of samba under the stars, kicking off an exciting samba series on Thursday, March 9 with Dance Night Under the Stars at the North Beach Bandshell.

7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Happy Hour and Dance lesson from Brazil Dances

8 p.m. Live band: Batuke Samba Funk

Batuke Samba Funk has quickly become one of South Florida's favorite party bands in the last few years. The group mixes rhythms from Brazilian samba and with classic 70s American funk. The goal of Batuke is to "brazilianize" American sounds, and "Americanize" Brazilian sounds in a perfectly balanced fusion. The band is formed by several of Miami's top Brazilian musicians including bassist and composer Diogo Brown, guitarist Cezar Santana and singer Mari Mac. They have performed with top Brazilian artists like Vanessa da Mata, and also James Brown's legendary sax player Pee Wee Ellis. Their irresistible groove-fueled sound is influenced by top Brazilian and US funk and artists, including Jorge Ben Jor, Earth, Wind & Fire, Tim Maia and Seu Jorge, among others.

All movies begin at 8:00 p.m., rain or shine unless otherwise noted, at the Miami Beach SoundScape ExoStage, located on the corner of 17 Street and Washington Avenue.

Text MBFILM to 91011 for weekly reminders and updates, the full list of movies being played can be viewed here.

Find Us On The App Store

Now you can find the 411 at your fingertips!

The Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority has launched a comprehensive app for locals and tourists alike. The app includes current listings of shows, concerts, events as well as business suggestions from local accountants to yacht dealers.